We have seen people screaming at the top of their lungs that you shouldn't come to some countries because of their experiences. However, in these countries, we have seen thousands come out successful with excellent testimonials. 

With thousands of information and misinformation from people's experiences, you might be caught in the middle of a conflicting situation. Unfortunately, some people don't even know what to believe again when it comes to studying abroad.

Do you know your life can change within a year, and everything will fall into place for you? It begins by changing location. Studying abroad has become a funnel of prosperity for millions of homes worldwide, especially if you come from a middle-class home in Africa.

You don't have to comb the internet to compare countries you want to study abroad. Here is a list of some countries you can easily check if they meet your criteria:

1.     United Kingdom

Pros

• Admissions without IELTS possible
• World-class qualification at a low cost
• Available part-time work rights 
• Easy admission and visa procedure
• No GRE/GMAT required
• No application fees

Cons 

• Expensive currency
• High cost of living
• High public transportation fares 

2.     United States of America 

Pros

• CPT less than 12 months during the period of study
• 15 years of education is acceptable for a few courses
• Scholarship and Assistantships available
• Research and Internship options

Read: How to Secure Funding for Your MSC in the USA

Cons

• ACT (American College Testing) or SAT (Scholastic Assessment Test) scores for admissions. 
• High tuition 
• Strict visa rules 
• Competitive job market

3.     Canada

Pros

• Post-study work visa of 1 to 3 years
• Low tuition fees
• low cost of living
• Only IELTS required
• No GRE/GMAT required
• Good part-time job opportunities are available
• PR opportunities
• Apply under SPP and get a visa decision in 15 days

Read: Study Loans to the USA and Canada for International Students

Cons

• Cold weather 
• Constantly changing education and residence laws
• High cost of living in bigger cities

4.     Australia

Pros

• Admissions without IELTS possible
• 24 months post-study work visa
• Good part-time job opportunities are available
• Simplified visa rules
• Feb / July / November intakes
• Wide range of UG / PG courses available in all fields

Cons

• High cost of living 
• Australian speech style and accent 

5.     Ireland

Pros

• Post-study work visa up to 12 months
• Application fee waiver possible
• World ranked Universities
• Hub for finance, IT, and Pharma Industry

Cons

• Limited job opportunities
•  Strict visa requirements 
• Lack of financial aid

6.     New Zealand

Pros

• 12 months job search visa after completion of the course
• Highly rated schools 
• Affordable tuition fees
• Rolling intakes
• PR Opportunities
• 24 months work visa after 12 months job search visa
• Admission without IELTS possible
• Tuition fees can be paid after visa approval in principal. (AIP)

Read: 10 Best Airports That Will Make You Want to Travel

Cons

• High tuition fees
• High cost of accommodation
• Presence of mosquitoes and flies

7.     Singapore

Pros

• Admissions without IELTS possible
• Low tuition fees
• Good opportunities for Business, Hospitality & IT

Cons

• Language barrier
• Very competitive admissions
• Lack of large blocks of practice
• Universities do not approve of work off-campus

8.     Sweden

Pros 

• IELTS waiver possible
• Six months post-study work visa
• Easy spouse / dependent visa
• No visa interview
• No requirement to learn the Swedish language
• A spouse can work full-time in Sweden

Cons

• Language difficulties
• Heavy financial burden

9.     Germany

Pros

• Strong economy
• Good Institutions
• A wide range of courses on offer
• World-class education
• No tuition fees
• Enjoy the Pros of a student visa
• Affordable cost of living

Cons

• Lack of educational facilities
• Language barrier
• Working limits

Read: 13 Best Hotels in the World That Would Take Your Breath Away

10. Cyprus

Pros

• Cyprus accepts study gap
• No age limit
• Affordable tuition fee
• The European lifestyle

Cons

• High-profile jobs not open for international students
• Less working hours
• Racism and discrimination

11. Turkey 

Pros

• Quality education 
• Low tuition fees
•  High acceptance rate
•  Applications open for several months

Cons

• The number of seats is limited to foreigners
• Requires a bit of Turkish language  
• Limited social activities

12. Japan

Pros

• High-quality educational system
• Job opportunities
• World-class universities
• Safe environment 

Cons

• Culture shock
• High cost of living
• Language barrier

13. China

Pros

• Quality Education
• Friendly people
• Affordable tuition fees
• Employment opportunities  

Cons

• You can’t work
• Entrance exams are necessary
• Non-prioritization of creativity
• Language barrier
• The Chinese internet is restricted

14. India

Pros

• Affordable
• Quality education
• Cultural diversity
• Advanced technology 

Cons

• Too much pressure on Grades
• Too much competition
• Not Focusing on Overall Growth
• Culture shock

15. France

Pros

• Two years of stay-back option after graduation
• Apprenticeship Program
• Inexpensive education
• Low cost of living

Cons

• Language barrier
• Expensive private education